The Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
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Your Events pg. 4
Municipal Candidate Open House & Debate
Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs From Start-Up to Exit
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HR Resources for Your Business
Ingrid Kulbach Former Owner, fraktals ‘Spectacular Chocolate Cashew Buttercrunch’
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Exciting New Innovation Updates pg. 7
October 2014 Beth Stevenson Brain Power Studio
Nicky Middleton Brainspace Publishing Inc.
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Board of Directors Chair Rob Chaggares Chaggares & Bonhomme, Chartered Accountants
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The Murdoch Group Past Chair Private Wealth Steve Hinder Management Past Chair Steve Hinder Secretary/Treasurer Magna International Inc. Scott Fitzpatrick
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Newmarket Chamber of Commerce SCHLEESE - The Female 470 Davis Dr. (The Old Railway Station) Newmarket, ON L3Y 2P3 Saddle Specialist Phone: 905-898-5900 Fax: 905-853-7271 newmarketchamber.ca info@newmarketchamber.ca
Newmarket Chamber of Commerce 470 Davis Dr. (The Old Railway Station) Newmarket, ON L3Y 2P3 Phone: 905-898-5900 Fax: 905-853-7271 newmarketchamber.ca | info@newmarketchamber.ca Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Staff President & CEO: Debra Scott Business Development Manager: Tracy Walter Office Manager: Lori Clayton Event Manager: Rosanne Antunes Administrative Assistant: Astero Prattas Administrative Assistant: Anne Savage Event Coordinator: Suzie Di Genarro Member Services Coordinator: Lauren Davie Smart Commute Central York Staff You can have all three! Program Manager: Pat Lusink Program Services Coordinator: Dar Sadettan Member Services Coordinator: Jennifer Brien … Design that’s well done,
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Thursday, August 28 8:00 am - 9:00 am Location: NCOC NYPG After Hours 1 Wednesday, October 22 Important Dates 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Goodtime Cafe Bar Home Show & Grill
Pre-Registration Celebrating Women 2014 Returning Exhibitors: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Entrepreneurs 1 July 28 - August 15 26 27 28 29 30 31 $ Thursday, October 23 Breakfast Networking Chamber Members: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Tuesday, August 12 August 18 - August 29 Location: Newmarket Public 7:00 am - 9:00 am Open to the Public: Library NYPG Speed Mentoring 1 Location: St. Andrew’s Valley September 2, 2014 Wednesday, October 1 Golf Course YRBiz FREE Workshop 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Sponsor: Birnie Electric Ltd. Golf Tournament Search Engine Optimization Location: Pickering College 1Early Bird Deadline YRBiz Reputation All Candidates Open House Thursday, October Friday, August 1523 Management 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm & Debate 1 Save $25 single Location: Treefrog Inc. Wednesday, August Tuesday, October 7 13 and $120 foursome 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm YRBiz - Let’s Talk Big Location: Newmarket Theatre Location: Treefrog Inc. Business Excellence Data: Big Deal | Big Awards Early Bird Opportunities 1 $ Breakfast Networking 1 South Africa Deadline October 29 Wednesday, Tuesday, October 14 Information Session Tuesday, September 16 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 7:00 am - 9:00 am Wednesday, August 20 Tickets 65% Sold Out Location: IBM Canada, Location: Pheasant Run GC 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Markham Location: NCOC Business Excellence 12 13 14 15
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Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs Join us Thursday, October 23, 2014 9:00am – 11:00am Newmarket Public Library The decision to become an entrepreneur is a risky endeavour. Navigating the rapidly changing marketplace can be overwhelming for anyone who manages a business. An entrepreneur not only manages a business but does so accepting considerable risk. According to Stats Canada, more and more women are taking the leap into entrepreneurship; approximately 47% in fact, an increase of 23% in the last 10 years. So understanding the challenges, risks and, ultimately, the rewards of entrepreneurship can go a long way in helping entrepreneurs succeed. We’ve assembled a group of women entrepreneurs that represent all stages of entrepreneurship – from start up to exit to share their experience – from taking that first brave step, to the ongoing managing and operating of a business, to building a thriving business and preparing to exit the business. Our panelists will share the lessons they’ve learned, the ups and downs along the way and their inspiration for entrepreneurs and those considering entrepreneurship.
Our Panelists Nicky Middleton Founder & Publisher, Brainspace Publishing Inc. Focus - Perspectives From a Start-Up In April 2013, Nicky Middleton launched Brainspace Magazine - the first magazine in Canada to use augmented reality throughout its editorial content. As an innovator in the print industry, she has recently partnered with The Toronto Star as a consultant and to pair their publications for greater value in integrated sales to schools. “Publishing is as creative as it gets. It’s an industry that’s changing rapidly which means any traditional thinking and prior notions need to be scrapped. We’re setting new parameters.”
Beth Stevenson Founder, Brain Power Studio Focus - Challenges & Rewards of Entrepreneurship Beth Stevenson, Founder of Brain Power Studio, is an Executive Producer specializing in Children’s and Family entertainment. Brain Power Studio produces and distributes both live action and animation. Beth has served as Producer and Executive Producer on over 35 series and 4 movies, many of which were international co-productions. Development is her first love and she likes playing in projects where new technology lifts artistic heights. Recent credits: Julius Jr. (Saban Brands / Nick Jr), Fuzzy Tales (Disney Jr / CBC), Monkey in the Middle (Marvista Entertainment), My Dad is Scrooge (Marvista Entertainment), Gastroblast (TVO). Ingrid Kulbach Former Owner, fraktals ‘Spectacular Chocolate Cashew Buttercrunch’ Focus - Views on Entrepreneurship from Growing, Building and Selling your Business Ingrid Kulbach is the creative inspiration behind the delicious fraktals ‘Spectacular Chocolate Cashew Buttercrunch’ treat. Ingrid’s strong spirit of adventure took her from Bay Street finance to overseas work and travel. Upon her return, she went on to discover her entrepreneurial spirit and drive, and started to produce a combination of chocolate - cashews - buttercrunch - known as fraktals! This successful business is now based in Aurora. It can be found in fine food shops and gift shops throughout southern Ontario.
Following the three presentations, we will open up the floor to a panel discussion with the speakers, moderated by Newmarket Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Debra Scott.
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Your Events September Breakfast Networking Event September 9th, 2014 - Cardinal Golf Club
Debra (Newmarket Chamber of Commerce), Miguel, Nancy & Roger (Europa Travel & Tours)
Mike (Feherty Property Management Inc.), Kirk (Freedom 55 Financial) & Mathew (MRJ Financial Solutions)
Heather (Mortgage Intelligence), Andrew (Michael Sheridan Communications Inc.) & Debra (Crystal Clear Telecom Savings)
Thank you to Europa Travel & Tours for sponsoring the September breakfast networking event. Everyone had a great time learning about Europa’s travel services, while enjoying a delicious breakfast at Cardinal Golf Club.
Newmarket Chamber Golf Tournament September 16th, 2014 - Cardinal RedCrest
Councillor Dave Kerwin (Town of Newmarket), Debra (Newmarket Chamber of Commerce), Allan (Ontario Chamber of Commerce), Chris (Town of Newmarket)
Dan (Norbram Group Insurance Benefits), Darcy (Toombs Team – Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Centre), Scott (Holliswealth), Josh (Benson Kearley IFG)
Pierre and Duncan (Chaggares & Bonhomme Chartered Accountants), Robin (LiveXchange Corp), Boris (Hungry Brew Hops)
This year’s Annual Chamber Golf Tournament was a great event. Everyone enjoyed the amazing weather and country-western themed day. RedCrest Cardinal Golf Club provided a fantastic day of golfing, along with delicious food. Thank you to all of our event sponsors, committee members, prize donors, volunteers and staff who made this day a wonderful success.
York Region Fifth Annual Import/Export Conference September 10th, 2014 - Novotel Vaughan
Leif Holmvall (Export Pro Inc)
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Pasquale Bova (The Italian Trade Commission)
The York Region Fifth Annual Import/ Export conference in Vaughan focused on business opportunities under the new Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). Experts shared their insights on accessing business opportunities and funding to take advantage of the European market, one of the largest in the world.
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For Your Information 2014 All Candidates Open House and Debate - Municipal Election 2014 What are your key priorities for the Municipal Election? Join the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the Newmarket Theatre for the All Candidates Debate and Open House. A moderated panel will ask the Mayor and Regional Councillor Candidates questions on various policies and platforms of interest to our community. Questions will be drawn from a cross section of topics presubmitted by residents and local businesses. Questions from the audience will also be invited as time allows. There is still time to submit questions: please send an email to info@newmarketchamber.ca There will be an open house to meet all Ward Councillor, Mayor, Regional Councillor and School Board Trustee candidates. The open house is an informal session – the candidates will be on hand for you to meet and ask questions.
HR Resource for Your Business The Seneca College Faculty of Workforce Skills Development assists individuals with employment and training opportunities and supports employers through various incentive services in the community. They offer at no cost to Employers: • Electronic Job Posting Board • HR Resources • Occupational Training Requirements • Job Descriptions • Salary / Labour Market Information • Recruitment / Hiring Support • Job Matching • Placement Incentives – Wage Reimbursements • Essential Skills Tools & Resources • Job Training and Retention Services • Workplace Safety Resources • Apprenticeship Hiring Incentives For more information www.workforceready.ca
Doors open at 6:00pm, followed by the debate at 7:30pm.
September Awesome Foundation Winner Food for Thought was the recent grant recipient from the Awesome Foundation Newmarket trustees. Food for Thought is a group of Newmarket High School Students that make 30-50 lunches each week for public and high school students that are in need (Left to Right) Debra, Wasim, Sabine, Sarah Charnock (winner), Neil and Dianne.
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Member Spotlight Welcome New Members Please support and network with the following new members: Chris Ballard, MPP Anne Filleti 14845 Yonge St. Aurora L4A 6H8 (905) 750-0019 afilleti@liberal.ola.org chrisballard.onmpp.ca
Dr. Kyla Nelson
Dr. Kyla Nelson 679 Davis Dr. Suite 105-109 Newmarket L3Y 5G8 (905) 235-9220 kylanelson88@gmail.com drkylanelson.com
Eagle Chiropractic & Massage
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Amanda Dely 249 Eagle St. Newmarket L3Y 1J9 (905) 836-4325 eaglechiropractic@ymail.com
Ronnie Marson 130 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2N1 (905) 868-9127 store683@easyhome.ca
Goodtime Cafe Bar & Grill
India Gate Exclusive Indian Cuisine
Just Pho-Nomenal
Leslie Med Spa
Meineke Car Care Centre
Newmarket Minor Softball Association
Newmarket Naturopathic & Integrative Health Clinic
Ontario Personal Estate & Business Executors Inc.
Opexus - The Project Experts
Scanica Furniture Warehouse
Serenity Custom Auto
Sugar C Media
Tito’s Gourmet Pizza & Wings
Urban Retreat Wellness & Beauty Centre
Baskin Robbins
Stamp and Hammer
Noelle Alexander 17080 Bathurst St. Newmarket L3X 3A5 (905) 836-6735 goodtime_cafe@hotmail.com
Alan Talbot 1 - 69 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2M9 (905) 868-9222 meinekecarcare@hotmail.com meineke.ca
Gavan Durkin 44 Chartwell Cres. Keswick L4P 3N8 (416) 566-5880 gavan@opexus.com opexus.com
Rekha Goswami 89 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2M9 (905) 952-2222 papigoswami@gmail.com titospizzanewmarket.ca
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Parshotam Dhiman 10 - 130 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2N1 (905) 954-0289 pdhiman@indiagate.ca indiagate.ca
Bill Laxton 236 McCaffrey Rd. Newmarket L3X 1J3 (905) 898-4051 wlaxton@rogers.com nmsa.net
Ernie Karkoukly 130 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3X 2N1 (905) 898-3773 erniek@rogers.com
Jing Xu 350 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2N7 (905) 953-8888
Victor Nguyen 16 - 130 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2N1 (905) 235-6996 just.pho.nomenal@gmail.com justphonomenal.com
Alexandra Lee 203 - 187 Main St. S. Newmarket L3Y 3Y9 (905)235-2544 alexlee.nd@gmail.com newmarketnaturopath.com
Hamed Kamarehei 2 - 25 George St. Newmarket L3Y 2N3 (905) 953-1522 serenitycustomauto@gmail.com
Andy Lam 66 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2M7 (905) 836-0553 sa5im1@hotmail.com
Mitra 17817 Leslie St. Newmarket L3Y 8C6 (905) 508-9459 lesliemedspa@yahoo.ca lesliemedspa.ca
Linda Shaw 41 - 17665 Leslie St. Newmarket L3Y 3E3 (905) 967-0555 linda@ontariobusinessexecutor.com ontariobusinessexecutor.com
Carole Schafer 26 Chippawa Crt. Barrie L4M 5N8 (705) 302-3698 carole@sugarcmedia.com sugarcmedia.com
Steve Bruno 222 Cedar St. Barrie L3Y 6M8 (289) 338-3056 bruno@stampandhammer.com stampandhammer.com
• Shant Ghazarian - Goodyear Newmarket 10 years in business. fixmycar.ca • Susan Chase, Town of Newmarket who is taking on the newly created role of Director, IT Innovations. In this role, Susan will shift into Community Services and work extensively on supporting the advancement of many of Council’s identified strategic priorities which are closely aligned with the Town’s economic development agenda. newmarket.ca • Karen Thompson - The Cartridge Place 9 years in business. thecartridgeplace.ca • Rob Clark -16 years at RC Design. rcdesign.com • Sabine Schleese, Schleese Saddlery Service Ltd. - For making the 2014 Chatelaine Profit W100 Canada’s Top Female Entrepreneurs. schleese.com • Zoe Clements - 9 years at Qwertynomics and Touch Typing 4 Life. qwertynomics.ca 6
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Innovation Updates Innovation - It’s In Newmarket’s DNA Everyone is familiar with the history of the trading tree in the formation of our Town, but less well known is the rich history of technology adoption and innovation right here in Newmarket. For example, one of the first prototype cable networks was developed by the Rogers Family here. In 1983, the Bank of Montreal on Main Street was one of the first branches in Canada to host an automated teller machine. More than ten years ago, Newmarket was at the forefront of exploring Smart Communities, developing a vision for SMART Newmarket. Some of that was later implemented in Stonehaven, and recent work with the successful Shared Digital Initiative project, CreateIT Now Innovation Centre and the community-driven Gigabit Corridor project, builds on the foundations laid by SMART Newmarket. This is an exciting time of significant changes around the world – largely driven by how people are using the incredible power of new technologies to re-shape and improve business, education, government and our society. It’s important to recognize that Newmarket
has innovation as part of its culture, based on a strong and vibrant history of leading the adoption of new technologies. We need strong business voices supporting an ongoing culture of positive innovation in our community – stay engaged with all the developments through the Chamber!
Gigabit Corridor Strategy Adopted by Council Last May, business and community leaders participated in three days of discussions and consultations with experts from the US, about the potential for Newmarket to develop a Gigabit Corridor to support economic growth, and to attract investments in the community. Large and small businesses, representing a significant employment base within the Town, lent their voice, vision and support in putting together a collective strategy for taking Newmarket into the future. The results and recommendations were captured in a final report whcih was presented to Council on August 29th. The report was adopted by a majority of Council, and the initiative now moves forward to the next phase.
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